The Art of Depersonalization, Part 2

When you recognize that who you truly are doesn’t have to do with your accomplishments or your success, you aren’t nearly as worried about failing and you’re much more comfortable taking risks. Even if things don’t work out the way you want, you don’t feel threatened. On the other hand, when you’re overly concerned with others’ perceptions, you play it safe and have a smaller impact on the world. Letting go of attachment to your results opens you to trying new things because you know that you’re not the sum of your achievements, you’re…